Before listening to a single note of Suris’ new album, “Pertinax”, I spent a few minutes just looking at the word. Pertinax. It has the distinct ring of a Stoic philosopher’s last defiant utterance or maybe a type of beetle known for its unusually stubborn shell. What a curious flag to fly for a collection of songs in an age of fleeting distraction. But...

Elz's newest song, "3Style," is honest and introspective, taking fans right into the midst of his struggles. From the first few bars, the song sets a mood for reflection, as if the listener is listening to an inner conversation. This isn't just music for fun; Elz faces himself honestly in this space, using sound and lyrics as tools for self-examination. Discipline is at the heart of the...